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Windows & DoorsSun, 18 Feb 2018 10:19:53 +0100endaily1Front door locksetsYour front door is the first line of defense against burglary. But is the current lock on your door enough? Here we discuss the types of door locks available, their proper applications and how they can enhance your home’s ...

Your front door is the first line of defense against burglary. But is the current lock on your door enough? Here we discuss the types of door locks available, their proper applications and how they can enhance your home’s security. Privacy locks These locks are built for interior applications and consist of a button on one side that pushes in to lock the door. On the other side is a small slot that can be used to unlock the door. Do not install or use these locks on the exterior of your home, including the door between the garage and your house. Pros: Easy to install, convenient, very cheap Cons: Very easy to “pick” or force open Exterior locksets Most Atlanta area homes have at least an exterior lockset on their doors. A standard exterior lockset consists of a doorknob with a keyhole on the outside and either a keyhole or a button that can be turned or pressed to lock the door from the inside. These doorknobs offer slightly more security than privacy locks due to more solid construction and the need to use a key to unlock. Pros: Moderately priced, best when paired with deadbolt Cons: Many models can be picked with just a credit card, door can be easily forced open Deadbolts All exterior doors in your home should have a deadbolt. A deadbolt lock is usually installed above an exterior lockset. You can also buy combination exterior lockset/deadbolt locks. Deadbolts offer more security by combining a long bolt that inserts deeper into your doorframe than standard exterior locks. Deadbolts can have a keyhole on both sides or a keyhole on the exterior and a turning knob on the inside. Pros: Convenient, adds significant security at low investment, cost as little as $25 Cons: Higher-end models can cost over $100 and $200 Keyless Locks Keyless or electronic locks are types of deadbolts and/or exterior locksets that can be operated without the use of a key. Popular models include keypad, remote control and fingerprint-scanning locks. These models usually include a key override, as well. Pros: Can be extremely convenient (no keys), can integrate with your home security system Cons: Cost – many are much more expensive than similar standard deadbolts. Auxiliary locks You can improve the security of your Atlanta area home with an auxiliary lock. These locks are typically installed on the inside part of your door and doorframe and used in conjunction with one or more of the listed previous locks. A popular example of an auxiliary lock is a chain door lock. One end of the chain is attached to the interior side of your door and locks by sliding the opposite end of the chain into a metal bracket mounted on the wall next to the door. Pros: Easy to install, relatively inexpensive, works with most types of doors Cons: Many models are easily compromised, best used as a secondary lock A word about quality The best lock is only as good as the door it is mounted in and the hardware used. When selecting a lock, avoid Grade 3 locks. Grade 2 is good for most homes and Grade 1 is commercial quality (and much more expensive). Make sure you have a good, exterior door and use a heavy-duty strike plate mounted with 3-inch screws.

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http://www.trade-windowsdirect.co.uk/FrontDoor/front-door-locksetsSun, 18 Feb 2018 08:19:00 +0000Windows for My houseLLumar Lets the Light In The thing that I love most about this house is also the thing that has caused me the most stress (and damage, and money), up until just recently: The beautiful west facing California sunlight. It made the ...

LLumar Lets the Light In The thing that I love most about this house is also the thing that has caused me the most stress (and damage, and money), up until just recently: The beautiful west facing California sunlight. It made the house unbearably hot in the afternoon (almost year round), and it faded out all furniture, textiles and wood in a very bad, sad way . . . until I met . My relationship with these windows is as long as they are tall. Let’s go back to the beginning when we bought the house. A lot has changed, folks. They were big and opened up the space, but they were dark and tinted. After we moved in it looked like this (below). Definitely airier and brighter but that tint was a problem. Why someone would buy a house like this, then darken it was beyond me at the time, and being the sucker for natural light that I am I was so excited to rip that stuff off. We had it removed, then the windows washed, and let the light flood in. It was magical from December through April. Every instagrammers dream. I’m sure you know where this is going. Come springtime the house was HOT. Like unbearably hot. We installed these automatic roller shades to help combat the heat. These blocked the harsh light while still letting in a ton of light, and it provided great privacy at night. But these shades clearly weren’t as fun to stare at as the view was, and they really didn’t help much with the heat. So then (and here is a real riveting story) we had our AC checked, and it needed thousands of dollars of work to bring it into working order – new ducting, new intake vents, blah blah. Once we got that fixed the house stayed SO much cooler. But on those hot days with the sun blasting in, it was still pretty arresting. We normally shoot this room either in the morning, when it’s cloudy or when the shades are down. But here is how it actually looks during the day. Super streaky, harsh and generally very hard to photograph. See how the sunlight is barreling into all my furniture and textiles? It was doing damage as I was innocently playing with my baby in the other room. It was slow, but sad. The leather in my sofa has been almost completely faded except for where the pillows were blocking the sun from hitting it. The flooring is even worse – as you can see there’s a pretty severe line where the rug is. It’s crazy. And it’s probably happening to your poor floors as we speak. So we had three problems: The heat Furniture fading The sun glare and EXTREME brightness in the afternoon hours. So I met with, a company that manufactures for your windows that is professionally installed by a local dealer that can address all of those problems. At first I was wary, having removed a window tint 2 years before. I didn’t want anything to affect the quality of light in my house. But they convinced me that window tints have come a long way since 1992 when those tints were installed, that I would never notice a visual difference – and that those major problems would be helped. They showed me a few different tints that of course looked blue against white but the second we held them against a window they were totally clear. There is a broad range of window film available from practically clear to dark with up to 99%+ UV ray protection (this has a tint you might notice). I chose to go with Vista by LLumar products on the lower windows and AIR80 on the upper. I had them put up a sample before they did it, and I honestly couldn’t see a difference in the amount of light that came through for one, and just barely for the other. If I hadn’t been so scared of the light going away I probably would have done Air80 everywhere (which is what Bob, the installer from Solar Art Window Film, suggested). So here’s how the process works: A local installer comes to give you a quote and show you your options. You choose the window film you want based on your needs. They have window film to help with privacy, UV ray protection, heat reduction, fade and glare protection and also security (more to come on that later) But basically, within each series, there is a range of coverage options. 3. A week later they come back and install – which takes a couple hours for each window. They put it on with water and a squeegee. The process was super fast and painless. The installers were professional, friendly and total pros. When they were finished it was like nothing ever happened. It’s hard to shoot this product because it is literally designed to be unseen, but in the below photo you can see the slight tint that it has. We did our master bedroom windows as well because it was also west facing and insanely bright and hot.

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http://www.trade-windowsdirect.co.uk/WindowsForHouse/windows-for-my-houseTue, 13 Feb 2018 07:52:00 +0000Tinted house windows costTinted windows are a great way to increase your privacy and lessen the amount of glare and heat from the sun. You can tint the windows of both your home and your car. Tinted windows can also reduce the level of ultraviolet rays ...

Tinted windows are a great way to increase your privacy and lessen the amount of glare and heat from the sun. You can tint the windows of both your home and your car. Tinted windows can also reduce the level of ultraviolet rays which are known to be damaging to the skin. Tinting your windows can offer a variety of benefits; privacy, coolness, and shade are just a few. You can enjoy the benefits of tinted windows for a reasonable cost. Size and type of window The actual cost of window tinting is determined by what type of film is used, how large your windows are, and what type of windows you have. Flat windows like house double hung windows and casement windows are the cheapest windows to tint. The front and rear windshields of cars and trucks are the most expensive due to the size and curvature. State Laws about window tinting Most states have laws against certain types of tinted windows and which windows can be tinted in a vehicle. This is due to both safety concerns in terms of how well a driver can see, but also in terms of how concealed a driver can be. Most states do not allow front windshields to be tinted. Other states have laws on how dark a tint can be. Check with your local police department to find local codes on tinted windows for vehicles. Window Preparation Before tinting, windows must be thoroughly cleaned and dried. There needs to be some static involved for proper adhesion. Window tinting should be covered by a warranty against bubbling or peeling for at least one year. Some companies offer lifetime warranties, so check with the installer before having your windows tinted to see what types of warranties re offered. Paying more for window tinting that comes with a lifetime warranty might be well worth the extra costs in the long run.Refer a Pro who does this service and receive an Amazon Gift Card! Was this page helpful? Thank you for submitting your feedback.

Click an image to ONLY see remotes, keypads, or other specific parts you are looking for. Linear garage door opener products are divided by megacode and delta3 dip switch style garage door openers. The keypads and other linear garage door opener products will match up by model numbers. If you can't find your particular linear product call us for assistance and we will find the right linear garage door opener part for you. Linear garage door opener remotes and home security offers a full spectrum of advanced alarm monitoring components, on a worldwide basis, for the residential and commercial security market. Linear remotes and other products have a well-earned reputation in the radio frequency (RF) or wireless approach to alarm signal transmission, and is acknowledged as having the greatest concentration of RF engineering experience and talent in the security products field. Linear garage door opener products are available throughout the world through a worldwide network of more than three hundred security distributor locations. We provide a wide spectrum of their products on our site and all of our garage door opener remotes here. Linear combines the techniques of passive infrared detection, radio frequency transmission and reception, digital electronics and human engineering to produce highly functional, highly reliable home security products. There are hundreds of models available and range from simple transmitter/receiver links for use in just about any application imaginable to totally supervised RF based security systems for low, medium and high-end applications. The Linear line of RF based products and accessories are the most extensive in the industry. If you need a linear garage door opener remote or product not shown on our site please call us for assistance.

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http://www.trade-windowsdirect.co.uk/GarageDoorRemote/linear-garage-door-remoteMon, 29 Jan 2018 07:21:00 +0000Craftsman Garage door opener PartsPurchase requirement calculated before taxes and shipping charges and after other discounts have been applied and must be made in a single transaction. Cannot be applied to previous purchases and cannot be redeemed for cash ...

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http://www.trade-windowsdirect.co.uk/CraftsmanGarageDoor/craftsman-garage-door-opener-partsWed, 24 Jan 2018 07:21:00 +0000Garage Door Repair San JoseIf you are building a new home or garage, replacing your existing garage door, need a new opener or general garage door service or repairs, Five Star Garage Door Service has a dedicated team of certified experts to get the job ...

If you are building a new home or garage, replacing your existing garage door, need a new opener or general garage door service or repairs, Five Star Garage Door Service has a dedicated team of certified experts to get the job done. Your garage door is one of the most noticeable features of your home and is typically the most used door of the home. With over 25 years experience in the garage door business, we are ready to professionally install or fix your garage door at a price that can't be beat! When selecting a new garage door, be sure to purchase a door that gives you the best "overall value" not just the lowest price...

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http://www.trade-windowsdirect.co.uk/GarageDoorRepair/garage-door-repair-san-joseFri, 19 Jan 2018 07:20:00 +0000Best Quality Windows and DoorsOur unparallelled experience, product knowledge and selection, educational sales approach, service, and support has established Quality Window & Door as THE authority for windows and doors in the Maryland, Washington, DC, and ...

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http://www.trade-windowsdirect.co.uk/WindowsAndDoors/best-quality-windows-and-doorsSun, 14 Jan 2018 07:18:00 +0000Mirror Tinting for house windowsRated 3.7 out of 5 by by StillNeedShades Some notes regarding the night mirror effect, applicability... Regarding the night time privacy, here are the things you should consider: * Do you have outdoor lighting near the window ...

Rated 3.7 out of 5 by by StillNeedShades Some notes regarding the night mirror effect, applicability... Regarding the night time privacy, here are the things you should consider: * Do you have outdoor lighting near the window where the film is being applied that comes on at night? If so, this will lessen the mirror effect and the visibility from outside in at night. * Do you have shades or drapes you can close at night? I think this product is most useful for those who already have shading or drapes on their windows for night time and don't really need to look out the window at night (for example, home office). Also, other tip, make sure there are no signs of damage on the box and no marks or crinks on the film before you unroll. If there are, go return it and get a new one, don't start with film that is already marked... April 9, 2016 Rated 5.0 out of 5.0 by lew100 great product We bought this product in early November and it works great! After we cleaned the windows thoroughly we cut the film to fit while leaving a little for trimming. I found that by taking my time, using plenty of soapy water in a spray bottle and working the air bubbles out, the film did stick quite well. There is one little spot where it will not stick but thats okay. Looking in from the outside, all you see is a mirror effect. After dark...it's a different story. You cannot see every detail but you can see in. I thought it went well, it didn't take very long either. I highly recommend this product if you want daytime privacy and the visibility cleared up in a few days. Take your time, Have the help of a friend and preparation are the key recommendations and yes, it becomes a mirror from the inside after dark. December 24, 2015 Rated 2.0 out of 5.0 by Firemen78 Blocks your view at night During the day it does give you privacy. At night your the one out of luck. Installed the tints on my family room windows and at night I can't see out the windows. All I see is a mirror. So I can have some perp looking in at night and I wouldn't know. Wish I was able to look out at night. Now I have to remove them and look for some other brand. March 11, 2016 Rated 4.0 out of 5.0 by dachshundmum Great for Garage Doors This mirrored window film is just what we needed for our garage doors. We wanted to still allow light in, but deter theft by making so you can't peer through the windows. On the first window we did, we struggled to get the backing off the film, but stumbled upon the instructions as we rolled more film out, and saw the tip about using tape. The project went quickly w/one person measuring and cutting, and another applying. We're very happy with this product, even though we understand that it loses it's mirror properties from outside when lights are on inside. We rarely have lights on in the garage at night, so it should be fine. December 27, 2015 Rated 4.0 out of 5.0 by Gunny Easy to apply, looks good I love the look of the film and application process is easy but the only downside I've noticed is that at night the light reflects off the film and makes it difficult to see outside but very easy to see inside February 16, 2016

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http://www.trade-windowsdirect.co.uk/HouseWindowTinting/mirror-tinting-for-house-windowsTue, 09 Jan 2018 06:50:00 +0000Universal remote garage door openerRated 4.5 out of 5 by by FixitChic Easiest Electronic Device I was really surprised how easy this was to program! I have a Liftmaster Elite Seies door opener. Once I saw that Liftmaster was part of the Chamberlain family of ...

Rated 4.5 out of 5 by by FixitChic Easiest Electronic Device I was really surprised how easy this was to program! I have a Liftmaster Elite Seies door opener. Once I saw that Liftmaster was part of the Chamberlain family of products, I knew this would work. I only have one garage door, so I didn't need the 3 button model that originally came with my opener (which was much higher priced and requires 3 batteries!) Price was good, comes with a battery already installed and has a visor clip. Programming the remote took 3 seconds, getting the visor clip on took 2 minutes (LOL). It holds very well, but does not crimp my visor. I programmed both buttons to my one door. April 9, 2016 Rated 4.0 out of 5.0 by Josh Open up This product is great. Has both a learn button and dip switches. Works everytime. March 16, 2016 Rated 5.0 out of 5.0 by Symzie Works as. Advertised Had an older door opener that the clicker just died. This setup easy and works great. March 22, 2016 Rated 5.0 out of 5.0 by ccb1969 nice product Very easy to program, liking it so far.Highly recommended. March 22, 2016 Rated 5.0 out of 5.0 by JP Works great, even on 1980 garage door opener. Non-trivial installation. You actually have to read (and follow) the instructions in order to get this to work. If you do, it works great. If you take shortcuts, not great. February 16, 2016 Rated 4.0 out of 5.0 by chris Seems to do everything it should, but... Seems to do everything it should, but it doesn't close my garage door. I use a Genie door opener. Perhaps it's a problem with my garage door system. February 10, 2016 Rated 5.0 out of 5.0 by mardbrow Excellent Replacement for Lost Garage Door Opener This opener easily programmed with an older model Craftsman garage door opener that the previous remote was long lost before I purchased the home. If you have an older model garage door opener with a lost remote this opener should fill your need in most all cases. Took less than five minutes to program. Ability to come and go through the garage door from the outside, priceless. Especially in the freezing weather we are experiencing. January 19, 2016 Rated 5.0 out of 5.0 by TSU19 Nice looking remote This is a really nice remote. Easy to program and I really like the color choices. The blue goes with my truck so I'm very pleased about that. Also the button control works very easily. This is the second one I've gotten, the first was pink for my daughter in law. I will buy more if needed in the future, I hope they get more colors too, love having that option. January 14, 2016